History and change
of the gas boiler

Coming from the east, Gaskessel is the gateway to the city. If you catch sight of its skyward-striving shape, you are as safe in Wuppertal as if you were standing next to the suspension railroad. This is where Wuppertal begins – to be amazing and entertaining; to be fun. For decades, the city was supplied with energy from here in the form of kilojoules and cubic meters. Today, the disk gas holder, which was listed as a historical monument in 1998, supplies the city with creative energy in the form of fascinating shows and exhibitions.

Plakat von Monet Ausstellung auf dem Gaskessel Wuppertal

Industry in transition

The worldwide unique conversion

The conversion of the former disk gas holder is unique in the world and a fascinating experience for every visitor. To date, the redesign of the gas boiler has already won several prestigious awards and architectural prizes. The permanent exhibition “The history and transformation of the gas boiler” on the original, preserved historical pressure disk of the boiler is part of the experience at Visiodrom. The Skywalk on the almost 70-metre-high roof of the steel giant is also open to visitors. A single visit provides fascinating insights into the world of fantasy, the industrial culture of NRW and unique views over Wuppertal and the surrounding area.

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Below are some pictures of the conversion. A completely independent building with a height of almost 30 m was erected at Gaskessel. Only a very small opening could be cut into the former disk gas tank. All the equipment and building materials had to be brought in through this opening. A crane was built into the boiler to erect the structure. This is still on site today. A truly unique project.

A Wuppertal landmark

History and change of the gas boiler

The worldwide unique conversion

Picture gallery

History and change
of the gas boiler